The northern lights might be visible tonight in parts of the U.S., and here’s exactly where you can see the shimmering display.
The northern lights may appear over parts of the U.S tonight as a coronal mass ejection —an eruption of plasma and magnetic field from the sun—is predicted to reach the Earth., capable of producing auroral displays so intense they may be visible at lower-than-usual latitudes, including parts of the northern United States.
Tonight's light show could be visible from Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. The bright green color on the map shows all the places where the aurora may be visible overhead as a result of the geomagnetic storm. The red spots show the places where the aurora is forecast to be more intense.are not visible in daylight. The best times to observe them is just after sunset or right before sunrise. Atmospheric conditions permitting, they can be observed from as far as 621 miles away.Clear skies and good weather are necessary for the northern lights to be visible. It is also advisable to find a dark place, free ofBright auroras can be visible even from large cities, though light pollution may limit the view. These displays can last all night, though brightness might fluctuate. Peak activity typically occurs around midnight. If you're unsure whether you have actually spotted the northern lights, a smartphone can help confirm a sighting, because cameras are more sensitive than our eyes. Do you have a science story to share with Newsweek? Do you have a question about northern lights? Let us know via
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